Reading & reflection

Books for the journey

A few works to inspire and orient you — the classical scriptures at the root of the tradition, and authentic books from our lineage.

Authentic Yoga Scriptures

The classical yogic scriptures —

Bhagavad Gita

A timeless dialogue on Yoga, Dharma, action, knowledge, devotion and equanimity — showing how the principles of Yoga can be lived amidst the challenges of everyday life.

Yoga Sutras of Patanjali

A remarkably concise exploration of the mind and the path of Yoga — from disciplined practice and the eight limbs to meditation and liberation.

Yogachudamani Upanishad

An important Yoga Upanishad exploring Prana, Nadis, Chakras, Kundalini, Pranayama and the subtle dimensions of Yogic practice.

Hatha Yoga Pradipika (Swami Svatmarama), Gheranda Samhita & Shiva Samhita

Classical scriptures covering Asana, Nadi Shodhana, Pranayama, Shatkarma, Mudra, Bandha, and more.

From our lineage

Tattva Shakti Vigyaan — Introducing Tantra to Modern Man English

Ma Shakti Devpriya · from Ashish Anant's Guru

An accessible introduction to Tantra and the Tattvas for the contemporary seeker — a doorway into a deeper philosophical worldview of Tantra, beyond many of its popular misconceptions.

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Dhyana Sutras — Ancient Operating System for the Modern Mind English

Acharya Agyaatadarshan Anand Nath · from Ashish Anant's Guru

A contemporary exploration of dhyana and the inner workings of the mind, emerging from Acharyaji's own meditation retreats and experiential teaching. It moves beyond an intellectual understanding of meditation towards its practical, lived dimensions.

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The Silent Guru — The Song of Sri Dakshinamurti English

Acharya Agyaatadarshan Anand Nath · from Ashish Anant's Guru

A contemplative guide to Adi Shankaracharya's Dakshinamurti Stotram, based on the satsangs of Acharya Agyaatadarshan Anandnath. It offers a verse-by-verse commentary, contemplative reflections, practical exercises, a forty-day Dakshinamurti Sadhana, and complimentary guided meditation recordings for an immersive contemplative experience.

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The real transmission is in practice

Books can point the way and keep the fire alive — but the heart of yoga is transmitted from teacher to student, breath to breath. When you're ready, come practise with us, or read about the lineage this practice flows from.